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Estrogen Receptor (ER), IHC without Interpretation

Test Code
MDFCPIHC19197 or 19197


CPT Codes
88360

Preferred Specimen
Formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded tissue in IHC specimen transport kit


Other Acceptable Specimens
Fresh (unfixed) tissue or 4-micron unstained glass slides (x5)


Instructions
Tumor paraffin block (formalin-fixed only) or five 4-micron unstained sections on Poly-L-Lysine or Silane coated slides. See Specimen Collection Section, Oncology. Ship at room temperature. Do not place paper labels with adhesive backing on slides. Use pencil or xylene resistant pen to write on the frosted end of the slide only. Pathology report is required.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Preferred
Refrigerated: Acceptable
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Immunohistochemical Staining Assay

Setup Schedule
Mon-Sat


Report Available
2-3 days


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


Performing Laboratory
AmeriPath, Texas



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.